Long Island homes for $550,000

Check out this week's look at Long Island homes with a notable feature. If you want to sell or rent a unique, historic or famous home, or one with a special feature, call Lisa Doll Bruno phone: (631) 843-2793, fax: (631) 843-5459, email: lisa.doll-bruno@newsday.com.

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1285 Darby Rd., Wantagh

Originally a Cape Cod, this seven-room Colonial was renovated and expanded by the former owner, who was a craftsman. The four-bedroom, four-bathroom house, listed in April 2013 for $550,000 by Marty Sorrentino of RE/MAX Innovations, is on a 108-by-68 foot lot with a pond.

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1285 Darby Rd., Wantagh

The house has a ground-floor master suite with a walk-in closet and bathroom. The eat-in kitchen was remodeled with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. The eating area has a bay window, as does the dining area, which also has a built-in hutch. Wood floors and moldings are found throughout.

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1285 Darby Rd., Wantagh

The finished basement -- fashioned with oak floors, trim, moldings and a fireplace -- has a den, family room and bathroom as well as surround sound.

This eight-room house was listed for $540,000 in April 2013 by Joanne Christoforou of RE/MAX Beyond. It features wood floors, recessed lighting and a den with a vaulted ceiling and a wall of windows. The home also has a new roof and finished basement.

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15 Hyacinth Lane, Commack

Expanded and updated, the home features an eat-in kitchen with white cabinets, stainless-steel appliances and a center island.

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15 Hyacinth Lane, Commack

The house has a master suite, and there are another three bedrooms and two updated bathrooms.

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Tarpon Road, Southold

Set in Southold Shores -- a private bayfront community -- this new eight-room contemporary overlooks Shelter Island. On a .59-acre lot, the house, listed for $550,000 in April 2013 by Nicholas Planamento of Town & Country Real Estate, has front and rear porches.

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Tarpon Road, Southold

Interior features include an open floor plan with wood floors and lots of windows. The living room is designed with a vaulted ceiling and a fireplace, while the eat-in kitchen is outfitted with wood cabinets, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances.